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A218 OPX

1983 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

78,616 mi
Last recorded78,616 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1983 Ford Fiesta52,986 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA218 OPX
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 78,616 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 78,527 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 78,324 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 77,982 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 77,771 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 9,614 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 77,108 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 76,829 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 76,518 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 76,071 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 74,534 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 74,534 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

THIS VECHILE HAS MORE THAN ONE RUST CONDITION IN THE GIVEN PRESCRIBED AREAS

How Reliable is the Ford Fiesta?

Based on 33,753,820 MOT tests across 2,828,392 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
5,238
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,828,392
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 959,538
Brake pipe excessively corroded 870,463
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 634,942
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 563,353
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 507,195
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A218 OPX is a 1983 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1983 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 52,986 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Fiesta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 959,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A218 OPX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fiesta typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 43 years old, this Ford Fiesta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A218 OPX registered?

A218 OPX is a 1983 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 25 August 1983.

Is A218 OPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A218 OPX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A218 OPX have outstanding finance?

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